Clarence Andrew “Fuzz” Betten, 82, Laketon, passed away March 4, 2021, at his home surrounded by family.

Clarence Andrew “Fuzz” Betten

Fuzz was born on May 15, 1938 in Servia, to Andrew and Hattie (Overlander) Betten.

Six years after graduating from Chester High School in 1955, he was drafted into the United States military and was stationed in Korea. A proud veteran, he was a member of American Legion Post 286, where he served in the Honor Guard, North Manchester,and Wabash VFW #286, Wabash. Many years after returning from the military, Fuzz married Cynthia Betten on June 17, 1985. The two were wed for nearly 35 years before she passed away April 28, 2020. During that time he worked for Pierceton Trucking, where he retired after twenty years of service.

On many occasions, he could be seen at the American Legion or VFW reminiscing about the old days and being with friends. He had a great sense of humor and liked to share it with others. While finding time to relax, he enjoyed making airplanes and tank models, solving crossword puzzles, and watching the History Channel.

The loving memory of  Betten will be forever cherished by his sons, Michael (Kelly) Kerr, North Manchester, and Matthew (Amanda) Kerr, Urbana; daughters, Laura and Lynda Betten, North Manchester, and Lori Betten; sisters, Marie Niccum, North Manchester and Evelyn Clark, North Manchester; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Cynthia Betten; brothers, George and Clifford Betten; and sisters, Bertha Kline and Dora Moyer.

Family and friends may call from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 6,  at Laketon Cemetery, Wabash County Road 200 West and 950 North, Laketon. Funeral services will begin at 2 p.m. with Pastor J.P. Freeman officiating. Honor Guard of the American Legion Post 286 will conduct funeral honors.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Clarence “Fuzz” Betten, memorial contributions may be made to: American Legion Post 286, 215 East Main Street, North Manchester, IN 46962 or the Wabash VFW Post 286, 3678 West Old US 24, Wabash, Indiana 46992.

The family of Clarence “Fuzz” Betten has entrusted McKee Mortuary with final arrangements.